Career Guidance

Disagree Statement

• Some people have allergies and get headaches from fragrances.

Fragrance (perfumes) can cause migraines. People seem to apply too
much perfume and colognes that are too strong.

• Be very careful not only to not apply a perfume, but also to be freshly

bathed with hair washed using only products with no scent. And use a
good deodorant and a deodorant soap to boot. Also, make sure your
clothes are freshly washed or dry cleaned with no odors. You do not want
lingering scent to annoy the interviewer.

Tips about perfume.

• To be safe don’t wear any.

• But it is not wrong to wear but make sure wear a soft scent and not strong ones.

• One spray behind each ear, and one spray on each wrist is perfect.

• Don’t over do it.

• Ideally you would apply your chosen perfume and hour or so before your

interview. From this section I

think I know what to

do…

ATTIRE

• Getting dressed can be a stressful task, especially when there’s an interview involved.

Not only do you want to appear professional, but you also want to look like a good
fit for the company and its culture. Unfortunately, there’s no wonder outfit to suit all
scenarios. Instead, you need to tailor your clothing choices to the type of interview
and the business type.

• There are 3 type of attire:

• Casual/informal
• Formal
• Business formal

CASUAL/INFORMAL

• Don’t make the mistake of heading to an interview with a casual dress code

in your loungewear or gym clothes. To make a good impression at any job,
you still need to appear polished and neat.

• As such, dressing up just a little will ensure you don’t look sloppy and may

help you get the position. While there’s no need for a suit, wearing a blouse
with a pair of pants or a pencil skirt is an excellent idea.

FORMAL ATTIRE

• An interview with a formal dress code requires a dressed-up version of your

best office wear. In other words, a pantsuit is a perfect choice. Partner it with
high heels and a collared shirt for an outfit that’ll leave you looking
professional and powerful.

• To keep the overall aesthetic sharp and sophisticated, stick to a neutral colour

palette. Black, white, and grey all make excellent choices for formal
interviews and can be worn as block hues or as part of a traditional check or
stripe pattern.

BUSINESS FORMAL

• For a business dress code, it’s best to keep your look basic and conservative.

Save your new favourite fashion trends for the weekend and wear something
a little more office-appropriate instead.

• Tailored pants or a pencil skirt paired with a shirt and blazer makes an

excellent choice. Alternatively, a structured dress can also look good, as long
as it’s suitable for the office.

• When it comes to colours, navy and dark grey both make excellent choices

and appear a little more approachable than black.

APPEARANCE

• Don’t overdo your makeup
- Keep your look natural.
- Aim to look refreshed and awake.

• Keep accessories to a minimum

- Ladies should avoid excess jewelry

- avoid wearing flashy necklaces, large

sunglasses, or anything bedazzled.

BEST COLOR TO WEAR TO AN
INTERVIEW (FEMALE)

• One important, and often overlooked, aspect of an interviewee's first

impression is color. The color of your clothing sends a subconscious
message to the interviewer about your personality.

• The right colors can help convey your confidence, professionalism and

your ability to fit into an organization's environment.

Tips for Choosing the Best Color to Wear for
an Interview

1. Choose solids over pattern

• allows the interviewer to focus on your skills and

qualifications rather than your wacky style.

• Wearing solid colors helps ensure that your

clothes will not distract.

• Small patterns, like thin pinstripes, are okay

as well. Thin pinstripes

2. Choose Neutrals Over Brights

• if you wear a very brightly colored suit or dress, you will almost certainly be remembered for

your outfit rather than your job qualifications.

• Best neutral colours for jobs interview are navy, gray, black, and brown.

• White on the other hand which is suitables for a blouse or button-down shirt.
• You can certainly add a pop of color to a neutral interview outfit such as a splash of bright,

bold color such as a red scarf or tie conveys authority and can be great for managerial
positions.

ADDITIONAL TIPS : Limit the
number of brightly colored items to
one, and make sure it is not the
dominant color of your outfit. No bright
orange suits!

Black is a very popular color for suits and dresses in
interviews. However, black is a very commanding color that
conveys a lot of power, authority, and even drama. This is a
good color for a job in a conservative environment like a law
office, or for an interviewee applying for a high-level
executive position.
Crisp and clean, white is a great color for shirts and blouses.
The color conveys truth and simplicity and adds a bit of
brightness without being too overwhelming.

Gray is another great neutral color for interview outfits. It evokes
sophistication and neutrality. Gray is a great color to wear as a suit
or dress; it allows you to look powerful but is not quite as
domineering as a black suit or dress..

IMAGE BUILDING FOR MAN
DURING IV

WHAT IS IMAGE BUILDING AND WHY IT
IS IMPORTANT

 improving the brand image or public image of something or someone by good
public relations, advertising

 personal image has the ability to impact several aspects of your life positively or
otherwise in your career, relationships and even your health

 first impression is very crucial in an interview as it can boost your confidence
during an interview

WHAT TO DO WHEN LANDING AN
INTERVIEW

 Research the company in advanced
 Better sense of dress code (company culture)
 Browse through the company website
 Contact the respective company for the dress code

TYPES OF INTERVIEWS

 PROFESSIONAL INTERVIEW  NON-PROFESSIONAL INTERVIEW

 Generally, a job interview calls for  Business casual outfit is
you to wear professional, or recommended
business, attire.
 Less formal than a suit
 Examples of professional jobs are
doctors, lawyers and teachers  Examples of non-professional jobs
(specific level of education) are plumbers and food service
workers

TIDY UP YOUR FINGERNAILS AND HAIR

 Having a well-groomed physical appearance is part of your first impression.
Make sure to clean up your hair and trim your nails so you look your best.

 Trim and condition your beard so that it is healthy looking and well styled.
 Use hair product and style your hair so that it appears neat and tame.

Schedule a haircut a few days before the interview if needed.

IRON YOUR CLOTHING

 Wrinkles and creases on your clothing can stand out like an eyesore and
counteract all the effort you put into your appearance.

 Your clothes should be freshly pressed and free of stains, marks, or obvious
wrinkles.

 Be sure there are no missing buttons on your coat and shirt.

PROFESSIONAL ATTIRE

 Be professional but add a unique twist to your outfit.
 Don’t be afraid to stand out, but make sure your outfit makes you feel comfortable.
 You can do this by keeping your outfit simple but adding a touch of

personal style.

COLOUR CODING

 Stick to a basic color scheme when choosing your dress shirt.
 Button down shirts should be white or a slightly more vibrant color.
 Do not wear bright colors. Stick to solid colors or subtle patterns like gingham or

pinstripes.
 Avoid shirts that are too bold or trendy in design.

SHINE YOUR SHOES

 Sharpen up your shoes so they shine.
 Clean up your shoes by wiping them down and polishing them.
 Pick a shoe color that complements your outfit.
 Black shoes go best with dark gray and black color schemes.
 Brown shoes work well with lighter gray and blue color schemes.

JEWELRY AND ACCESSORIES

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 Accessories can add a bit of style to your outfit.
 Keep jewelry to a minimum and avoid wearing oversized rings and watches.
 Limit your jewelry to a wedding band, class ring, and a nice watch. Remove all

other earrings or piercings
 Your belt should be simple, and either solid black or brown, and match to the color

of your shoes.
 Socks should be solid or can have small patterns but need to match to the color of

your pants.

“Tell me about
yourself ”

Why the employer ask this question???

➢Common at the beginning of interviews
➢To ease both you and the interviewer
➢Allows the interviewer to hear a short, sum up version

of your background and skills

➢Get to know the most relevant position that you are

qualified

TIPS!!!

1) Abilities that suits for the position
2) Why are we interested for the position?
3) Why are we interested in the company?
4) The perk that we have to make us stand out from others

Abilities that suits for the position

➢Abilities that related with the position requested.
➢Example:-
i. Years of experience
ii. Training or technical skills
iii. Knowledge regarding the work of that position

Why are we interested for the position?

➢Explain why this position excites you.
➢How it fits into your larger career goals

(stepping stone)

➢Why you feel it’s the best next step

Why are we interested in the company?

➢Should have better sense of the mission and goals
➢What do you like and respect about the company?
➢What excites you about the future of the industry

The perk that we have to make us stand out
from others

➢One of the most common interview question
➢Interviewers have heard this answered many

times

➢Try to think something that is not cliché

How to answer!!!

1. Mention past experiences and proven success that relates with

the position

2. How your current job relates to the job you are applying
3. Focus on your strength and abilities with example
4. Highlight your personality to break the ice
5. Organize your storyline

Mention past experiences and proven success
that relates with the position

➢Re-read the job description
➢Tell about recent professional experience

(volunteer work can also support)

➢Something that excites the interviewer

How your current job relates to the job you are
applying

➢Tell about the positive things and avoid

downgraded your colleagues & boss

➢Tell about the skills that you gain from your

current job that related with the job you are
applying for

Focus on your strength and abilities with
example

➢Every strength and abilities that you mention must be supported with

examples

➢NOTES:-
i. If you don’t have the exact information, estimate a realistic value/example

Highlight your personality to break the ice

➢Share about your personality but not personal details
➢You can mention hobbies that demonstrate intellectual

development

➢Discussing personal interest is a good way to wrap up

your response

Organize your storyline

➢Two common formulas:-
i. Present, past, future
ii. Past, present, future
➢Lead the storyline with that have many skills and

qualification that are required for the roll you are applying
for.

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T it le

1 Tips on how to answer interview question
''why do you quit the previous job?''



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Tip 1

Answer it positively rather
than complaint

example :
''Iquit my job because I didn't

like it. That's all. It didn't suit me
well''

''Im leaving current job to pursue
new opportunity and take a new

step in my career''

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Tip 2

Talk in relation to your career goals

example :

''Im leaving mycurrent job to pivot into a
different industry and want to learn a
new software technique for C.A.D. A s you
can see, I left on good terms with my
former employer as he is one of my
references''

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Tip 3

Never lie on the job interview. Avoid
negative ones.

example :

''Ihave been at my company for three
years now and have learned a lot from
working with some amazing engineers. I
starting to feel like I need some new
challenges. This position really appeals to
me.''

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Tip 4

Discuss your accomplishments on
previous company.

example :

''Ihave been at my company for more
than 5 years. I havecompleted type

rating for A320,A330, A321 NEO. I
started to feel that i need to work with a

bigger aircraft now ''

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Tip 5

I do like more pay

example :

“I’m motivated by a lot of factors, and client
satisfaction, as wellas peerand manager approval,

areat the topofthe list. Butcompensation is alsoa

motivator for me and I’m excited about the
opportunity to sella product I’mpassionate about,

exceed my targets and celebrate when I’ve
surpassed mygoals.”

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Tip 6

Identified a better opportunity.

example :

“Though I’ve learned a lot at my company,
from my research about this opportunity, I can
see that the position is a better fit for where I

want to take my career—specifically,
collaborating with cross-functional teams to
develop innovative products for your users.”

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Tip 7

Looks for better career prospects, professional
growth and work opportunities

example :

“I had been with the organization for a number
of years and wanted to experience a new
environment to continue growing.”

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Tip 8

Te l l i n g t h e t r u t h a b o u t your
previous company.

example :

'“My department brought in a new manager
and I felt it was the right time to leave.”

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Tip 9

N e e dto b e a b l e to ta ke a b e tte r
care for family.

example :

“I need to take a better care for my family and
earn more for a better life ”

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Tip 10

Wanted to change the job due to
your highest education level

example :

“I recently achieved certification and I want to
apply my educational background and

technical skills in my next position. I couldn't
accomplish this goal in my previous job. ”

Tips on how
to answer
interview

question “Do
you have any
question?”

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Preparation • You need to make sure that you can resist
for the high pressure and intense atmosphere
interview that the interviewers creates.

This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under • You need to prepare your mind in such a
CC BY manner so that you do not sit numb and
blank faced when the interviewer asks the
tricky questions.

The intention
of the
interviewer

1) The interviewer feels that he has something missed to ask during
the

whole interview or when he is not clear about you and your abilities

2) Our answers are a bit confusing and the interviewer is not able to

predict about you and how you will be beneficial for the company

3) Open discussion about your expectations of salary from the company.